Sara Tendulkar’s matcha protein smoothie packs a punch for skin and muscle health

Sara Tendulkar is known for her love of matcha. And now, she’s out with her recipe for a delicious, nutritious matcha protein smoothie that promises everything good for skin and muscle health.

In the video, Sara shared on Instagram, she dived right into the recipe, stating upfront that just one cup of matcha will help you “sip your skincare and fuel your muscles.” She added all the ingredients at once, sharing their quantities in the caption. She then blended the mix and had her friend try it. Unsurprisingly, her friend loved it.

In the caption, Sara wrote, “Over 30 grams of protein, with matcha and skincare benefits? Sounds like a dream to me. Ingredients: 1–2 pitted dates, 1 scoop vanilla protein, 1 scoop collagen peptides, 1 tsp matcha powder, 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1–2 tbsp unsweetened almond butter, ice, ice baby & it tastes like a hug from a Japanese café.”

Sara also highlighted the health benefits of several ingredients. She said, “Dates are rich in fibre and potassium; protein helps in muscle growth and repair; collagen peptides support skin elasticity, improve joint and gut health; and matcha is rich in antioxidants and provides energy.”

The popular influencer, who is cricketer Sachin Tendulkar’s daughter, also shared the overall advantages of drinking this matcha protein smoothie. She said, “It’s got about 35 grams of protein, is packed with antioxidants, and gives you steady energy without the crash of coffee.”